Null Model 1874 Gras infantry rifle converted to hunting (caliber 24). Unmarked,…

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Model 1874 Gras infantry rifle converted to hunting (caliber 24). Unmarked, stock missing, breech bolt replaced by a nail. Functional mechanism. (2) RGA N° : AX957 Category C weapon. Only those who have opened their virtual rack (licensed hunter or shooter) may bid. You will need to provide your SIA number to transfer ownership of the lot.

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Model 1874 Gras infantry rifle converted to hunting (caliber 24). Unmarked, stock missing, breech bolt replaced by a nail. Functional mechanism. (2) RGA N° : AX957 Category C weapon. Only those who have opened their virtual rack (licensed hunter or shooter) may bid. You will need to provide your SIA number to transfer ownership of the lot.

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